Sustainability Management Services (SMS) is a member of ECOM Agro-industrial Corp. Ltd (ECOM), an origin-integrated global commodity merchant and sustainable supply chain management leader. ECOM works globally to advance rural prosperity by equipping farmers with products and services that optimize crop productivity, improve farm revenues, and lower household costs. SMS focuses on building resilient agri-ecosystems across Ghana’s cocoa landscapes using localized knowledge, operational efficiency, and digital innovation.

Position Overview 
SMS is looking for self-motivated, bilingual Field Officers (fluent in English and local languages) to support and drive program activities in the Twifo Praso district. The Field Officer will collaborate with Field Trainers to deliver community-level agricultural interventions, supervise specialized programs, and maintain strong local partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• District Program Operations: Develop district annual work plans and coordinate all producer training activities across designated communities.
• Specialized Initiatives: Directly supervise farmer specialized programs, including Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) and Additional Livelihood schemes.
• Audits & Compliance: Oversee and manage the district-level processes for the annual certification audit.
• Team Leadership: Manage, guide, and assess a team of Field Trainers (FTs) stationed across the operational areas.
• Partnerships & Stakeholder Relations: Support Farm Supervisors, collaborate with district Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) technical officers and agricultural research institutions, and cultivate working relationships with local Franchise Holders.
• Reporting & Asset Management: Prepare timely weekly operational reports and ensure the security and proper maintenance of all assigned organizational assets.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Economics, or Development Studies; or a recognized Certificate in Agriculture.
• Language Skills: Full professional fluency in English, along with relevant local languages spoken across the district.
• Professional Competencies: Demonstrated leadership skills, experience in rural extension delivery, strong interpersonal and reporting capabilities, and familiarity with community-based agricultural programs.